Dulce (Sweet)

D I E C I O C H O- "I'd give my life,and more for you."

"Congratulations,Monica. You're pregnant."

Monica felt tears burn at her eyes,her hand covering her mouth. "I am?"

"Yes Monica,I'd like to do an ultrasound and I can tell you just how far along you are."

"Whatever we need to do doc."Monica smiled,she could already feel Angel's excitement. She knew he'd love to be here and be a part of everything that was happening.

She stared at the printed sonogram photos,smiling softly at the pictures. Making sure she had an extra copy to hand to Angel,she suddenly understood Angels excitement.

"Looks like you're about two months along."The doctor smiled at the blonde kindly,handing her a cloth to wipe off the gel from her tummy. "I'm sure it goes without saying that you need to take it easy,given your past history."

Monica sighed,nodding softly. She knew the ghosts from her past were bound to catch up to her and she could only hope that they wouldn't interfere with her newfound happiness.

"You'll need to try to keep as calm as possible and try not to exert yourself too much."The doctor warned.

Monica nodded,excited and ready to give Angel the news that she knew would make him happy.

"It's refreshing to see you this happy boss."Ramón smiled at the blonde through the rear view,happy to see her so elated.

"I haven't been this happy in so long,Ramón. It feels nice."

"If there's anyone who deserves it,it's you boss."He smiled. They pulled into the lot of the scrap yard,Angels eyes raising at the sound of a car pulling in. When he realized it was Monica's car,his heart skipped a beat. He knew she was just coming from her appointment,his palms had been sweaty all day and he was itching to be with her.

"Hola,mi reina."Angel kissed her red lips,helping her step out of the car.

"Mi amor."She hugged him,her tone happy. "I'm sorry,I just couldn't wait to tell you this."She smiled at him.

"What is it mami?"He asked,eager to know.

The blonde handed him a small envelope,his ringed fingers opening it slowly. She wanted to laugh at the sight of his shaking hands,tears filling her eyes once more as he stared at the sonogram. "Congratulations papi."She beamed.

Angel sniffled,his eyes burning with tears. "I'm gonna be a dad?"He whispered. She nodded,laughing at his expression. "I'm gonna be a dad!"He yelled,wrapping his arms around the blonde and picking her up.

"This is the best news I ever could've gotten."Angel leaned his forehead against hers. "I love you,mi amor."

All of the Mayans came out at hearing some yells,finding Angel and Monica in a passionate lip lock.

"What's going on out here?"Bishop decided to interrupt the two lovers.

Angel set the blonde down,turning to his brothers with a huge grin. "I'm gonna be a dad!"He yelled,waving the sonogram back and forth. The men interrupted in yells,all pulling the new parents into a warm hug. Angel paused at Ez,deciding against his anger to hug his brother. He may be angry with him now,but that didn't change the fact that he was his little brother.

"I'm gonna be a tío."Ez smiled,happy to see Angel so happy. "Pops will be excited."

Angels shoulders sagged at the mentioning of his father. He hadn't spoken to him much,but he knew this was some news he couldn't hold from his father. Him and his mother always wanted to be abuelos,he knew his father would love to know. Angel nodded,knowing it was time to begin the healing process. "I gotta tell him."